Description

Cyclohexanemethanol, 2-Hydroxy--α-,6-Dimethyl-3-(1-Methylethyl)-, (-α-R,1R,2S,3S,6R)- (9Ci) is a high-purity, stereochemically defined chiral intermediate of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its complex, multi-stereocenter structure makes it a valuable building block for the development of enantiomerically pure pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. This compound is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures with precise three-dimensional control.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in therapeutic areas requiring high stereochemical purity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced, enantioselective pesticides and herbicides where specific stereochemistry is crucial for biological activity and environmental profile.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a sophisticated building block in the synthesis of flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Asymmetric Catalysis Research: Employed as a substrate or ligand precursor in academic and industrial research focused on developing new asymmetric synthetic methodologies.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or modifier for creating polymers with specific chiral properties for advanced material applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclohexanemethanol, 2-Hydroxy--α-,6-Dimethyl-3-(1-Methylethyl)-, (-α-R,1R,2S,3S,6R)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	653599-11-2
Molecular Formula	C12H24O2
Molecular Weight	200.32 g/mol
Synonyms	(-)-2-Hydroxy-α,6-dimethyl-3-(1-methylethyl)cyclohexanemethanol; (1R,2S,3S,6R)-2-Hydroxy-α,6-dimethyl-3-(propan-2-yl)cyclohexanemethanol; (1R,2S,3S,6R)-2-Hydroxy-α,6-dimethyl-3-isopropylcyclohexanemethanol; Chiral Cyclohexanemethanol Derivative; (1R,2S,3S,6R)-Isomer of 2-Hydroxy-α,6-dimethyl-3-isopropylcyclohexanemethanol; Stereoisomer 653599-11-2
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Quality Control

Every batch of this chiral intermediate is produced and tested under strict quality management systems. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including chiral HPLC, GC, and NMR, to guarantee excellent chemical and enantiomeric purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, chiral purity, and impurity profile is provided with each shipment to ensure full traceability and compliance with your R&D or cGMP requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent moisture absorption, which may affect stability and handling properties.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.